COVID-19 Updates

Updates from the Welcoming Center

March 17, 2020 | The Welcoming Center office is temporarily closed until further notice to protect the safety and well-being of our community in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak.

March 12, 2020 | We have decided to suspend in-person gatherings at the Welcoming Center and we have prepared all staff to work remotely for the next two weeks. Read more in the Message from our President and CEO: Novel Coronavirus Action Plan for the Welcoming Center.

Links to Resources

City of Philadelphia is making available free food for anyone who needs it. Find a food site near you. [LINK]

School District of Philadelphia and partners are providing free meals for students while schools are closed. [LINK]

PCA is providing seniors with grab and go lunch options during the week. Find a food site near you. [LINK]

Employment

Philadelphia City Council has put together a list of essential businesses hiring in the Philadelphia area. [LINK]

Information for Pennsylvania employees impacted by COVID-19 from the Office of Unemployment Compensation. [LINK]

Education

School District of Philadelphia has 10 hotlines for families looking to get answers to general questions about Learning Guides and the District closure in their native language. [LINK]

Health

Advice from the City of Philadelphia Department of Health about what to do if you develop serious symptoms like a high fever, difficulty breathing, or suspected dehydration, and require medical attention. [LINK]

Advice from Community Legal Services on how immigrants may qualify for Medical Assistance for COVID-19 treatment. [LINK]

For domestic violence resources contact the Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline at 1866-723-3014. All calls are confidential and anonymous.

Housing

Advice from Tools for Tenants for renters impacted by COVID-19 to feel supported, build community, and to provide tools to empower collective action. [LINK]